From a nutritionist Health Awareness Centre
Beans: lower cholesterol, fight heart disease, stabilize blood sugar, reduce obesity and cancer risk. Contains B vitamins and potassium.
Broccoli: which includes cabbage and cauliflower. Boost immune system, build bones, fights birth defects.
Flax seeds: richest source of Omega-3. They are heart protective, control cholesterol, improve brain function. These seeds have become the NEW power food. They should only be used in ground form and no more than 2 tsp a day. So be aware.
Sweet potato: nutritional all-star. Loaded with carotids, vit. c, potassium and fiber.
Oats: B vit, calcium, potassium, magnesium, Vit E. Easily digested, and can help with depression and reduce cholesterol.
Fruits and nuts
Yogurt: excellent source of calcium, protein and vit B.
Sesame:Seeds contain A and E and most of B vit. High in calcium, magnesium, phosphorus. These seeds are a lubricate for joints and bowel. (this is a new one for me)
Brown rice: It is considered a complete food as far as nutrients, rich in carbs, low in glucose, contains Vit A, minerals and phospshorus.
For those in the branch, the full article is in the notebook.
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